Plumbing Helper

General Job Description

This entry-level position supports the installation, maintenance, and repair of plumbing systems in newly constructed residential buildings. Working under the direct supervision of licensed plumbers, Plumbing Helpers gain hands‑on experience while assisting with various tasks on job sites. This role is ideal for individuals interested in learning the plumbing trade and growing within the construction industry.

• Assist in the installation of residential plumbing systems including pipes, fittings, fixtures, and appliances.

• Support both rough-in and trim‑out phases of plumbing work.

• Follow blueprints, project specifications, and local building codes.

• Help with system testing and inspection to ensure compliance and functionality.

• Retrieve, organize, and transport tools, materials, and equipment as needed.

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of vehicles, tools, and work spaces.

• Take direction from supervisors, communicate effectively with team members, and report any concerns promptly.

• Report hazardous or unsafe working conditions to supervisors immediately.

• Collaborate with other trades and construction teams on‑site to ensure timely project completion.

• Demonstrate consistent attendance, punctuality, and a strong work ethic.

• Learn industry best practices through on‑the‑job training and mentorship.

Minimum Education

None

Minimum Years of Experience

0-2

Specific Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

• Ability to pass a pre‑employment drug screening and background check.

• Willingness to learn the plumbing trade and work in a team environment.

• Positive attitude and strong interpersonal communication skills.

• Basic understanding of plumbing or construction is a plus.

• Physically able to perform tasks such as bending, crawling, kneeling, climbing ladders, and lifting heavy materials.

• Willing to travel to various job sites across the San Antonio area.

• Work is performed outdoors and indoors on active construction sites, often exposed to weather conditions including heat, cold, rain, and dust.

• Regularly required to stand, walk, climb stairs or ladders, and lift up to 50 lbs.

• Must be comfortable working in confined spaces and at heights.

• Personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, gloves, safety glasses, and steel‑toed boots must be worn at all times on job sites.

• Work schedules may occasionally include extended hours and weekends to meet project deadlines.

• Work environment may include loud noise levels and use of power tools and machinery.

License Required

No

Job Location s

US‑TX‑San Antonio

IES Residential, Inc. is one of the nation's largest and most respected electrical, plumbing, HVAC, solar, and cable solutions providers for single‑family homes and multi‑family complexes since 1973. We provide comprehensive integrated solutions that light up our world.
We make homes come to life.

IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to a variety of end markets, including electrical, mechanical and communications contracting solutions for the commercial, industrial, residential and renewable energy markets. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. As of the end of IES’s 2024fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, IES produced over $2.8 billion in revenue and employed over 9,400 employees at over 131 domestic locations across the United States.

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• Competitive Pay
• Company 401K plan with Employer Contribution Match
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• Choice of Medical Coverage including Prescription and Short Term Disability Plans
• Choice of Dental and Vision Coverage
• Optional Long‑term Disability,…